1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina

To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina
Make Autobianchi Autobianchi
Model Bianchina Bianchina
Year Released 1959 1962
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 479 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 16 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 30 Nm 36 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 520 kg
Vehicle Length 2990 mm 3050 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1350 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 1840 mm